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Are You A Good Tenant?

September 4, 2020 By Maggi Barnard

If you are searching for a rental property to move into, the question ‘Am I a desirable renter?’ might not have even crossed your mind, but it should. A good landlord will go out of their way to find desirable tenants.

A desirable tenant is someone who has a proven record that they are financially responsible and can take care of the property and follow the rules of the lease agreement.

Remember, if you are a tenant and are searching for a rental property and it sparks your interest, then it is likely that other people will feel the same about it. Make yourself stand out from the competition by going through this checklist below:

• Consistentlypayingyourrentontimeand having a good rental payment history.
• Adhering to the terms and conditions of your lease agreement.
• Treat the home as your own, with respect and care for the property.
• Maintaining the property, keeping it clean and tidy.
• Communicate with your landlord and report any issues promptly.
• Have good quality references – previous rental history is best.

A glowing rental history will make you stand out against other applicants and will have landlords keen to have you as a tenant. Quite often, great tenants are rewarded in small ways by their landlords as they are keen to keep you in their property.

For more information regarding becoming a tenant, or completing rental applications, please contact the Property Management team at Century 21 Central West. Servicing Forbes, Parkes and Eugowra.

Great Presentation Pays Off

August 28, 2020 By Maggi Barnard

Spring is only a few days away and it is a popular time of year for many people to sell their home.

First impressions are lasting impressions. If they drive by and get the feeling that the property is appealing, they are more likely to want to book an inspection.

Great presentation can add thousands as it helps people imagine their new lifestyle and brings out strong feelings and emotions, which leads people to be inclined to pay more.

If buyers see the property needs repairs and maintenance or a massive clean up, they are naturally going to offer much less.

The main thing is to have a clean and tidy property, regardless of the age of the house.

The next step is to declutter. You want people to be able to envision themselves and their furniture in the home.

It is also a good idea to fix any small things that need attention such as torn window screens, doors that don’t open and close properly and leaking taps.

Many people are paying professionals to style their home. This is becoming more popular. It depends on the circumstances – if the property is vacant, the property sale price and client’s budget and the target market!

Remember your home is going to be all over the internet, so you want it to look fabulous! We work with you to make your home look its absolute best so we can get the best price for you!

If you would like find out more, contact the team at Century 21 Central West.

How do you feel about wearing a mask in crowded public places?

August 28, 2020 By Maggi Barnard

Jessica Clarke: I wear it every time I go to Woolies as I am asthmatic and cannot afford to get sick, and people get too close.

Belinda Toland: If it’s necessary I will wear it. I have one in my bag, but for now I stay away from people as much as possible.

Jo Vanunen and Glenda Moir: We will do it if it is required as it makes sense. We don’t have a problem with it.
Jo: I have worn at mask at Coles and will do it again.

Be Seen

August 28, 2020 By Maggi Barnard

Doris Field attended the opening of the new Rural Fire Service (RFS) fire station in Parkes last Saturday with a special teddy dressed in RFS uniform complete with the name label of Max Field, who was a life member of the RFS and Doris’s husband.

RFS fire fighters Connor Trueber and Brayden Varcoe are very impressed with the new fire station.

RFS Parkes Headquarters Captain Steve Chester (left) received a special shield to mark the opening of the new fire station from NSW RFS Assistant Commissioner Peter McKechnie.

Our Gal – Joselyne Folau

August 28, 2020 By Maggi Barnard

Middleton Public School Vice-Captain – Joselyne Folau

How old are you? I am 11 years old.

How long have you lived in or around Parkes and what do you like about living here? I have lived in Parkes my entire life and my favourite thing about living here is the variety of sports that can be played, inside and outside of school.

Where do you go to school and what year are you in? I go to Middleton Public School and I am in Year 6.

What is your favourite after school activity? Playing Fortnite with my friends, even though it annoys mum. I also like playing sport. My favourite sports are netball and rugby union.

What is your favourite food and movie? My favourite food is when mum makes pizzas for dinner. My favourite movie is ‘Bad Boys’ because it’s an action movie and it’s really funny.

What music do you listen to? I listen to all types of music. My favourite memory is listening to a whole bunch of 80’s and 90’s music with my grandma.

What do you want to do when you grow up? I’m not really sure, but when I was in Kindergarten I wanted to be a nurse so I could work with my mum.

If you could have a super power what would it be? To stop time so I could watch every movie I’ve wanted to see, or read every book I’ve wanted to read, in one weekend.

Tell us an interesting fact about yourself. I’m Mum and Dad’s favourite (Ha! Ha!)

Rental Bonds

August 21, 2020 By Maggi Barnard

Today I would like to share some information with you regarding rental bonds. At the beginning of a tenancy, we ask the tenant to pay a bond for the rental property which is equivalent to four weeks rent.

The bond is only four weeks rent regardless of how many tenants occupy the property, and it is used as security for the property in case the tenant does not follow the terms of the agreement and they need to compensate the landlord.

Rental bonds are required to be lodged with the Rental Bond Board. These days we lodge bonds using rental bonds online. The bond lodgement details include the rental property address, the landlord and landlord’s agent, and the primary tenant.

To ensure they get the bond back, tenants need to make sure the property is left in the same condition as when they first rented the property, except for fair wear and tear. If the tenant has damaged the property, or not left it in a clean and tidy condition, or if they owe rent or other money to the landlord, they may forfeit some or all of their bond.

If there is a dispute over the bond at the end of the tenancy, then the matter is taken to the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal.

We hope that helps you understand rental bonds a little more, and if you have any questions regarding this topic or would like assistance with managing your rental property, we are more than happy to assist at Century 21 Central West for all your property management needs.

Be Seen

August 21, 2020 By Maggi Barnard

Janine Boland, Robert Brooke and Una Colley attended the 75th anniversary of VP Day in Cooke Park last Saturday.

Betty Job and Raelene Knights were at the Cenotaph in Cooke Park for the VP Day commemoration.

Vietnam veterans attended a commemorative service at the Vietnam Memorial in Parkes on Tuesday. They are (L – R) Parkes Shire Council Councillor George Pratt, RSL Vice President Robert Brooke, Keith Woodlands, Paul Thomas, Bernie Coleman and Bill Shallvey.

Land Acquisition On Just Terms

August 21, 2020 By Maggi Barnard

With the State Government seeking to acquire land either by negotiation or resumption in our area, it is worth considering the law relating to this.

The NSW Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act, 1991 was introduced to prevent land resumptions without compensation. Section 55 of the Act provides the heads of compensation:

a. the market value of the land on the date of its acquisition,
b. any special value of the land to the person on the date of its acquisition,
c. any loss attributable to severance,
d. any loss attributable to disturbance,
e. the disadvantage resulting from relocation,
f. any increase or decrease in the value of any other land of the person at the date of acquisition which adjoins or is severed from the acquired land by reason of the carrying out of, or the proposal to carry out, the public purpose for which the land was acquired.

Some of these heads of compensation might not apply in each case, but the first step would be to get a registered land valuer, who is familiar with the Act, to provide a comprehensive valuation report on these heads of compensation. It is important to remember valuations are opinions and valuers often differ in how they arrive at their valuation.

You will also need a lawyer to advise you and undertake the legal work involved. It is worth noting that loss attributable to disturbance includes legal costs, valuation costs, financial costs, stamp duty, mortgage costs and more.

Compulsory acquisitions are a very complex area and you may need our help. For further information contact us.

Our Bloke – Ashton Boland

August 21, 2020 By Maggi Barnard

Parkes Christian School Vice-Captain – Ashton Boland

How old are you? I’m 12 years old.

How long have you lived in or around Parkes and what do you like about living here? I have lived in Parkes since 2014. I like it because it is a very peaceful town.

Where do you go to school and what year are you in? I go to the best school ever, Parkes Christian School or for short, PCS and I am in Year 6.

What is your favourite after school activity? Going outside and playing soccer in my backyard.

What is your favourite food and movie? Enchiladas because they are super tasty. My favourite movie is Avengers Endgame.

What music do you listen to? My favourite artist is Guy Sebastian.

What do you want to do when you grow up? I want to become a famous soccer player.

If you could have a super power what would it be? If I could have any superpower it would be to fly.

Tell us an interesting fact about yourself. I like Ford cars so, sorry to all those other car lovers but I love Ford the most!

What do you remember about the day WWII ended?

August 21, 2020 By Maggi Barnard

Pam and Mal Nankivell:
Pam: I was only 13 and at boarding school at SCEGGS Moss Vale. There was great excitement and we went over to Tudor House, the preparatory school for Kings, and celebrated there.
Mal: I was in the Sydney South telephone exchange when the news broke and everyone in the city went mad. So did the phone calls! I went down to watch the gauge that monitored the number of calls and when it went on to the red, which happened very quickly – the danger line of course, they cut off all the lines except for the essential ones and the ones in public phones. After that I went outside into the crowd where I was swept along up to Macquarie Street and retreated into the Mitchell Library.

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